1985 Map of Trufant

About this map

Trufant and Gowen anchor this 1985 survey of a dense lake-and-river landscape along the border of Montcalm and Kent counties. The area is defined by its glacial hydrology, featuring dozens of named water bodies like Muskellunge Lake and the Flat River. Local heritage is preserved in landmarks such as the Cowden Lake Bible Ch, the Little Denmark Cem, and the Settlement Ch. These sites, along with several camps like Camp Anna Behrens, point to a history of rural community building and seasonal recreation. The road network, including Stanton Road and South Countyline Road, connects small clusters of residences to the natural resources that dominate the terrain. A notable amount of open water and marshland around Kendalville Lake and Maston Lake suggests a landscape that has remained largely resistant to heavy industrial development, preserving its mid-century recreational character.